Timelines slip fast when production gets complex across U.S. locations and crews. Our directory helps identify leading video production companies that manage logistics without derailing your launch. Filter your search by budget and expertise.
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Full-Service Commercial & Film Production Company
We produce editorial photography, commercials, documentaries, short films, corporate films, and social media. Our headquarters are located in scenic Lakeway, Texas; if you're in Austin, be sure to stop by! We offer a variety of services, such as social media posts, corporate films, features, documentaries...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $315/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ideas That Create Change Through Strategic Communications
Landis Communications Inc. (LCI) is a San Francisco-based public relations and communications agency offering strategic services across media relations, brand messaging, digital marketing, and crisis communications. With over three decades of experience, LCI helps businesses craft authentic stories and forge...
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- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
the small things matter
Kural Design understands that the small things make all the difference. Our marketing communications solutions are creative and completely aligned with your brand, no matter what medium you’re using: print collateral, web interactive or even video. You’re looking for results, and we’re a company about...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Evanston, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Your Fearless Production Partner
A collaboration of innovative creatives and a production company built for the now. We make the creative process more efficient and effective, with a global network of talent and resources. Consider us your in-house team. That's how we deliver fresh, relevant, and unmissable work to solve content challenges...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Montclair, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
National GEO, AEO and AI video agency. We get you recommended by AI, then build the ads and systems
Pittsburgh-based national GEO, AEO and AI video agency. We get businesses recommended by ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI, then produce video ads that convert. Also AI consulting, sales agents, dashboards and AI-ready sites. GEO from $2,500 month one, then $2,000/mo...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At THANK YOU®, we breathe life into brands and help ambitious clients communicate on all platforms. No matter the medium or platform, our team of creative wunderkinds has what you need. Scandinavian roots keep us in tune with functional design, innovation and storytelling, and our collaboration with modern...
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- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create, produce and distribute films in TV and online that generate revenues. Our clients include Publicis Groupe, Orange, Tag Heuer, Claudie Pierlot, Adidas, Universal, Sony, HEC Paris, Agnès B, JC de Castelbajac, LVMH, etc. www.leftproductions.comLEFT is also the production company of 3èmeGauche, a...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Making the Ordinary-Extraordinary
Episode 11 Productions embodies creativity, precision, and storytelling expertise. We are a forward-thinking media production company that collaborates with businesses to craft impactful visual content. Our brand is built on the principles of professionalism, innovation, and excellence...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Audio Production
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Video Production to Beef Up Your Brand.
Commercials, company culture videos, product videos, animation, aerial and beyond! When it comes to engaging, eye catching and impactful content, we are your go-to video production company. Let Rowlbertos Media spice up your video campaign today...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Powered by Storytellers
DHD Films is an award winning, full-service video production and motion graphics studio based in Dallas, Texas. We tell compelling stories designed to help build powerful brands using video, the fastest growing communications medium...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Electric Lemonade is a results-driven full-service digital marketing and branding agency...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
24Frames is an Emmy Award Winning video production company with over 20 years of experience and an undying passion for creating eye-catching videos. We'll produce a video that makes you appear as the LEADER in your industry...
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- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Collinsville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reimagining Animated and Digital Video Production : AI Videos, 360° View, and Animation
Step into the Future of Innovation with Us! We don't just work; we evolve. We're on a relentless quest to enhance our models, ensuring you receive nothing less than excellence every time.Leveraging the unmatched power of Generative AI, combined with our sophisticated internal engine...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- AI Development
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 60 Projects Listed
We Enable the Best Brands to Tell the Most Captivating Story!
We are a highly acclaimed video production agency with a strong focus on crafting outstanding TV commercials and top-notch corporate video and 3D animation production services...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- North Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
2020 Media International creates video, TV and online content that makes an impact and gets results. Our video services include: branded storytelling, business communications, training, promos, TV and online adverts, TV sponsorship, PR, features, trailers, online distribution and media training...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
Were Here To Make Change.
If you haven't connected with Most Likely To yet, now is the perfect time to explore a unique solution for your business needs and marketing ideas. Our unconventional approach offers an alternative to traditional strategy and creative agencies that will be sure to shake things up!...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Video Production
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Perfect Union Of All Things Production and Advertising
3rd + Lamar is an innovative media firm that uses forward-looking storytelling to drive success for enterprising businesses and startups. We collaborate with emerging direct-to-consumer brands, helping them reach the next level...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Content Marketing That Entices Consumers And Drives Results
Rep Cap is an experienced content marketing agency that crafts high quality, engaging materials shaped for professional services market. From management consultants and insurance/risk advisors to financial services providers and private equity firms, we help you achieve your goals via powerful messaging...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- SEO
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- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Reach the Right Audience. Achieve the Right Results!
Propelo gives your direct marketing campaign an edge. Our powerful approach focuses on accurately pinpointing the audience that matters and delivering a unified message across their preferred channels to maximize impact, ensuring you're reaching people in all the right places...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Results Driven Standing Out Videos
Media Pouch is a powerhouse media house based in Austin, TX that specializes in crafting EPIC videos sure to get you the RESULTS you're after...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service PR, marketing and creative agency.
The Pollack Group is an innovative agency that specializes in delivering powerful brand experiences. Our team of experts, Brand Psychologists, Audience Behavior Analysts, Content Creators, and Master Communicators, unlock the potential of your organization with meaningful strategies designed to foster loyalty...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
No: 1 Name in Healthcare, Biotech & Software Marketing
Clarity Quest Marketing offers a comprehensive suite of marketing services to power the success of companies in healthcare, biotechnology, medical device and technology industries. With our specialized expertise spanning from strategic planning and content creation to public relations campaigns and market...
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- Public Relations
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Infomercial Specialists
At GoDRTV, we know that the days of simple "spray and pray" marketing are long gone. Consumers have become so used to seeing ads everywhere they look, it's no longer enough to simply pour money into mass advertising. Chances are, people won't even notice. It takes a smarter approach when investing in...
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- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Success Drives Us
Brandartica is a product marketing agency that focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences. Just like an iceberg, the visible aspects of our work are impressive, but the true magic happens below the surface. With a deep understanding of the market and customer needs, we help brands unleash their...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Epping, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Dare to be Different with Us
Outlier Creative Agency empowers the legal industry with innovative and impactful marketing solutions while providing premium client service and delivering world-class work...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Original Film & TV + Branded Content
Arrington Media is an independent, family-run, full-service production company that creates motion and stills for the most engaged audiences. We like to maintain an enjoyable, welcoming environment, but we are also preoccupied with professionalism and ethical business practices. We like to maintain an...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Innovation and storytelling comes together!
Fastspot is an interactive digital marketing agency that excels at creating award-winning website experiences. Our agency is certified as women-owned and was founded in 2001 with the goal of merging design and emerging technology...
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- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Designing Categories, Creating Leaders.
Gold Front is a category design studio that helps growth-stage startups create and own their categories through comprehensive end-to-end services. They've helped build category-defining brands for companies like Uber and Robinhood, and provide a North Star to guide brand, culture, and product decisions...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Accelerating Growth. Revolutionizing Results.
Wabash and Lake Consulting is your all-in-one solution for marketing, creative, strategy, and advertising. As a small and dedicated team, we offer affordable plug-and-play services to support growing companies, businesses seeking to overcome plateaus, and marketing directors in need of a reliable support...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let Us Bring Your Next Vision to Life.
Founded in Miami, we live to produce original and engaging content for brands to invoke meaningful connections with their audience, preparing them for the digital evolution of tomorrow...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An Award-Winning Force
Reilly Connect is a 100% women-owned agency and an award-winning public relations, brand, and digital content force. Committed to being a valuable partner, we bring clarity to communications strategies, pushing boundaries for plans that yield measurable impact. Our unique strength lies in leveraging extensive...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Video Production
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Impactful & Memorable Video Narratives
Gardner Productions, a creative video production agency based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in telling brand stories through compelling video and commercial content. With over 20 years of experience and a client portfolio featuring blue-chip companies, Gardner Productions prides itself on delivering...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Artistry in Motion: Remarkable Videos
Brazilero Studio, founded in Moldova in 2014, is a powerhouse of dynamic video artistry. The agency crafts visual narratives that captivate audiences with passion and precision, garnering millions of views and setting new standards for storytelling. With a team spanning two continents and a decade of...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Igniting Visual Impact
Digital Spark Studios specializes in full-service video production, creating compelling content that drives engagement and builds strong client relationships. Based on the East Coast of the United States, the agency excels in integrating high-impact videos into all aspects of clients' operations. From concept...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Become the Authority
Speakerbox Media is a boutique podcast agent that turns experts into thought leaders with engaging video podcasts...
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- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Web Design
- Audio Production
- Show more
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Producing Captivating Videos. Creating Impact.
Planet Nutshell is a full-service video production agency that transforms ideas into compelling visual narratives. Since 2008, the agency has collaborated with technology companies, healthcare organizations, non-profits, and educators to produce impactful videos. Its meticulous production process, which...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Our Core Lies an Unwavering Pursuit of Human Connection.
As a creative film company, weve lived the kind of lives that most only dream of. Grounded in real, raw experiences. Untouched by fabrication. We breathe life into stories. Our work ignites curiosity, motivates action, and reflects a deep love for the natural world. In a world where stunning visuals are...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Edwards, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Stories, Creating Magic.
BLL Films is a full-service video production agency specializing in storytelling through high-quality video content. From concept to completion, the agency delivers cinematic campaigns, commercials, and digital marketing content that elevate brands and captivate audiences...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Your Vision, Captured with Precision.
Pro Look Media is a Virginia-based video production company specializing in promotional, commercial, corporate, and music videos. Serving Chesapeake, Hampton Roads, Williamsburg, and Richmond, the agency delivers high-quality, dynamic, and engaging video content tailored to connect with target audiences...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Hampton, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Video That Sells, Not Just Looks Good.
Carlos Cortesi Productions specializes in high-impact business videos designed to drive revenue and maximize marketing ROI. By combining professional video production with sharp sales expertise, the firm helps businesses create content that doesnt just look greatit sells...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WE BUILD BRANDS THAT CAN'T BE IGNORED
Cresci's Agency is an independent strategy, design, and communications company that uses creativity, craft, and technology to create impactful ideas. They focus on insight and imagination to develop brands that drive growth and build better futures on a large scale...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We Help Brands and Agencies Create Bold, Powerful Video.
BearJam Productions is a creative-led, full-service video production company headquartered in London. Established in 2012, the boutique firm handles everything in-housefrom insight-driven strategy to live-action shoots and animationwith a commitment to storytelling that drives brand impact...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ideas Made Visible.
Adam Joseph Wells is a San Franciscobased photographer and filmmaker.Trained in architecture at the University of Michigan (13), Wells approaches visual storytelling with a problem-solving mindsetpursuing dynamic, harmonious compositions defined by crisp, guiding lines...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Get Future Ready
Agencies United is a global creative brand and production studio, bringing together seasoned strategists, award-winning designers, and leading independent agencies. We partner with ambitious brands to create ideas that move, blending deep expertise with fresh thinking to build brands that are timely and...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Summit, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Where Imagination Meets Innovation
VOZO Animation is a USA-based creative studio specializing in 2D & 3D animation, motion graphics, character design, and explainer videos. We turn ideas into high-impact visuals that boost engagement and brand recognition...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Mico, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Reliable NYC corporate, event & conference photography 20+ years, same-day selects.
James Maher is a New York photographer who has spent more than twenty years covering the city's corporate life headshots, company headshot days, conferences, trade shows, galas, and executive portraits. Companies from the American Museum of Natural History to Skift and the US Open hire him for the same...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transformative Strategy And Creative Consultancy
We transform market challenges into brand and revenue opportunities, driving meaningful change in our clients' businesses through strategy, brand development, creativity and storytelling...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Celebration, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Marketing Generates Actions.
CrowdBoost Marketing is a full-service agency in Burbank, CA, building marketing that moves people to act since 2006. One 17-person team handles websites, SEO (including AEO and GEO for AI search), paid ads, email, social, photo, video, branding and AI consulting, so clients get the personal attention of a...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- AEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $295/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Create Brand Action
We create compelling brand experiences, starting with strategy and ending with exceptional action...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Show more
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $285/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
new paradigm visual media
Undisputed Visual Media is the place to go if you want to get the spirit of your business on film or in a company shot. We offer business videography, commercial videography, and corporate event videography, all of which can help your brand stand out on the screen. Our corporate video creation is made to fit...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Right Video Production Company in the US
How do I choose the best video production company for my project?
Key factors to consider when choosing a company for a project in the United States include:
- Define clear goals: Know exactly what you want the video to achieve, whether that is brand awareness, product education, lead generation, or internal training. Clear objectives help agencies recommend the right format, length, messaging, and distribution approach, which reduces rework and improves results.
- Review portfolios: Assess overall video quality, storytelling, pacing, and production value. Look specifically for industry-relevant examples to ensure the agency understands complex offerings and long sales cycles.
- Check experience and expertise: Choose video production agencies with proven experience in your sector and with the specific video types you need, such as explainers, testimonials, or training content.
- Assess communication and collaboration: Strong communication ensures feedback is clearly understood and applied during each phase of production. Responsive agencies typically deliver smoother workflows, fewer revisions, and more predictable timelines.
- Budget transparency: Confirm costs for pre-production, production, and post-production. Transparent estimates help you compare vendors accurately and avoid unexpected expenses later.
- Ask for references: Client testimonials and references provide insight into reliability, professionalism, and delivery quality. Speaking with the video production company’s past clients can confirm whether the agency consistently meets expectations and deadlines.
What should I prepare before reaching out for project quotes?
Before contacting a video production company, prepare the following:
- Target audience and personas: Be specific about who the video is for, where it will be seen, and the problem it should address. B2B buyers often review 12 or more pieces of content before making a purchase, so messaging that speaks directly to their needs and pain points is critical.
- Budget range: Prepare a realistic budget range before reaching out to video production agencies. In the U.S., corporate video projects often cost $2,500 to $25,000 or more, depending on production complexity, animation, locations, and post-production needs.
- Timeline and deadlines: Share your desired launch date, campaign timing, or internal deadlines early in the conversation. Clear timelines allow agencies to plan resources effectively and avoid production bottlenecks.
- Reference examples: Collect examples of videos you like to communicate preferred style, pacing, tone, and level of polish.
- Brand assets and guidelines: Prepare logos, fonts, color palettes, messaging frameworks, and brand guidelines in advance.
What questions should businesses ask before hiring one of these companies?
Before hiring, businesses should ask targeted questions that clarify fit, process, and risk.
Relevant Background
- Have you worked with companies in our industry or with similar goals?
- Can you share recent client references from the US market?
Services and Processes
- What is your typical process from planning to delivery?
- How do you manage timelines and handle delays?
- How many revision rounds are included, and how is feedback handled?
Related to Your Project
- Who will be assigned to our project, and what are their roles?
- What is included in the quoted price, and what could cost extra?
How involved does my team need to be during the process?
Team involvement during video production is typically milestone-based rather than continuous:
- Pre-production requires the most input, including goal alignment and approvals.
- Production involvement is usually limited to interviews or on-site participation.
- Post-production focuses on reviewing edits and providing consolidated feedback.
Most B2B projects include 1 to 3 revision rounds.
Clear direction early in the process supports delivery within a typical 4 to 8 week timeline.
How do I measure whether a video production company delivered value?
To measure whether a company delivered value, evaluate performance against business goals rather than view counts alone.
Industry research shows that 74% of companies measure video ROI using engagement metrics, while 48% rely on conversion rates to assess success.
Key benchmarks include engagement and retention metrics such as average watch time, view-through rate, and completion rate.
You should also know that each platform counts views based on different criteria. For example, YouTube counts a view only if a user has spent at least 30 seconds watching a video.
On Instagram, a watcher should engage for at least 3 seconds, on Facebook just a second is enough, while LinkedIn needs 2 seconds. TikTok counts a video as watched if you’ve spent at least 1 second watching content that’s under 3 minutes long.
Conversion metrics like click-through rates, demo requests, and sign-ups indicate whether the video drove meaningful action.
Business outcomes should be measured by comparing lead quality, pipeline contribution, or revenue impact against total production cost.
Videos that can be reused across websites, paid ads, sales outreach, or internal training typically deliver higher long-term value.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Video Production Companies
What types of businesses usually hire these companies in the USA?
The companies that usually hire these types of services include:
- Technology & SaaS companies: Rely on video agencies to explain complex products, create demos or animated explainers, and shorten long B2B sales cycles.
- Professional services: Use video to build credibility, showcase expertise, and deliver testimonials or firm overview content.
- Healthcare & life sciences companies: Explain medical topics, train professionals, and educate patients in compliant formats through video content. Healthcare video content can increase audience engagement by around 38%, supporting education and marketing goals.
- Financial services & FinTech firms: Rely on video to clarify complex products, support investor relations, and build trust through branded explainers.
- Manufacturing & industrial firms: Produce demos, safety videos, and case studies to educate buyers and reduce sales friction.
- Education & corporate training buyers: Commission video for scalable training, onboarding, and thought leadership. In 2024, 38% of companies prioritized educational, instructional, and online course videos.
- Retail/e-commerce & B2B product brands: Use video for product launches, wholesale enablement, and repurposed social content.
- HR, recruiting & employer branding buyers: Create culture, recruitment, and internal training videos.
- Marketing, advertising & creative agencies: Outsource high-volume or specialized video production to scale client campaigns efficiently.
What video production services do most agencies offer?
Most agencies offer end-to-end services that support marketing, sales, and training objectives.
- Strategy and creative planning: Helping clients define goals, messaging, and formats aligned to marketing and sales funnels. 93% of marketers say video marketing has given them a positive ROI, reinforcing the need for strategic planning upfront.
- Explainer and product demo videos: Clarifying complex B2B offerings, especially in SaaS and technology. 99% of video marketers say video helps users understand products and services.
- Brand and testimonial videos: Featuring case studies, customer testimonials, and company overview videos that support trust-building in long B2B sales cycles.
- Corporate, training, and educational videos: Covering onboarding, internal communications, and learning content. According to Wyzowl’s report, 63% of customers would like to watch a short video to learn about a product or service, rather than read articles, manuals, or eBooks.
- Social and short-form video production: Repurposing long-form footage into clips for LinkedIn, YouTube, and paid ads as short-form video continues to grow in B2B marketing. Another claim supported by the Wyzowl report says that 71% of marketers believe videos between 30 seconds and 2 minutes are most effective in communicating the brand message.
- Post-production and optimization: Editing, motion graphics, captions, and multi-platform formatting to maximize reach, reuse, and performance.
How much does it typically cost to hire these services in the United States?
The cost of hiring a video production agency in the US varies widely based on project scope, production quality, and deliverables. Timelines, number of shooting days, location/travel cost, size of the crew, experience, and resources needed all influence the final cost of a video production project.
- Hourly/agency rates: Many video production agencies charge around $100-$400 per hour for professional video services in the US, though actual totals depend on project scope.
- Typical project ranges: Most US video production projects fall roughly in the $1,500-$7,000 range for standard corporate videos (~60 seconds), depending on complexity and deliverables.
- Entry-level work: Simple corporate content (e.g., talking heads, basic social videos) can start around $2,500-$5,000 for straightforward shoots and editing.
- Mid to higher end: More polished brand, commercial, or multi-scene projects typically run $5,000 to $25,000+, especially if they include multiple locations, advanced graphics, actors, or special effects.
What additional costs should businesses expect during a project?
Additional costs in a video production project often include:
- Pre-production planning: Scriptwriting, storyboarding, casting, and location scouting add time and cost before filming begins.
- Talent and crew fees: Actors, presenters, directors, and camera crews increase costs based on experience and shoot length.
- Equipment and location costs: Camera, lighting, audio rentals, travel, and filming permits can significantly raise budgets.
- Post-production work: Editing, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading are separate phases that add substantial cost, representing 30-40% of total production costs.
- Music and stock assets: Licensed music, stock footage, and voiceovers are often charged per use.
How long does a typical project take to complete?
A typical video production project in the US takes about 4 to 8 weeks from planning to final delivery.
Most professional video projects include initial concept and strategy, scripting and storyboarding in the first week or two, a few days of shooting, and then post-production editing and revisions, leading to an overall timeline of around 4-8 weeks.
More complex animation or multi-scene productions can extend toward 10-12 weeks or more.
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